1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1982 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1982 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Esprit | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 93 L |